Over 500 workers lost their jobs in Liège, Belgium following the insolvency of the steel company Liberty Steel.
Industry & EmploymentBelgium
- Omissions
- The exact number of job losses was 507 workers, not just 'over 500'.
- The bankruptcy was declared on 22 April 2025.
- The European Parliament approved €2 million from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund on 23 April 2026 to support these workers.
- Sources
- PrimaryEuropean Parliament Press ReleaseParliament backed €2 million in EU aid for 507 workers laid off after the bankruptcy of Liberty Steel Belgium.
- SecondaryBrussels TimesThe European Parliament has pledged €2 million to support 500 workers who lost their jobs after Liberty Steel went bankrupt.
- SecondaryGuiafc.esAfter prolonged inactivity, the Liège Commercial Court declared Liberty Steel bankrupt on 22 April 2025, resulting in 507 workers losing their jobs.